IMechE Council – Casual Vacancy (Member)

Following the announcement of the results of the Trustee Board and Council Elections on 22 May 2025, there is now one casual vacancy for an Ordinary Member to sit within IMechE's Council.

Filling a casual vacancy enables qualified candidates to volunteer for a shorter term than the normal election process. It is a great opportunity to fully contribute at the highest levels of the Institution while gaining experience to be used when pursuing future volunteer roles in the organisation. By volunteering with IMechE you can:

Enhance Your Professional Profile: Gain high-level governance experience that can bolster your career and open doors to future leadership roles within and outside the Institution.

Expand Your Network: Connect with influential leaders and peers in the engineering community, fostering relationships that can support your professional growth.

Make an Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of the Institution, ensuring your voice and perspective contribute to the future of the engineering profession.

The Council Terms of Reference state that those holding elected Council member status shall be elected from the Institution’s body of Corporate Members.

The person appointed shall hold office for up to two years, until the Annual Meeting in May 2027. 

A period in office while filling a casual vacancy and prior to election to the office shall not count as part of an elected term of office.

The Council is particularly seeking applications from those who have some or all of the following:

• A demonstrable ability to operate and contribute both individually and collectively at Board level.
• Experience of high-level strategy implementation.
• Experience of financial leadership and commercial acumen.

These skills may have been demonstrated through your involvement with a range of organisations (e.g., work, academic, charitable, professional bodies etc.).

It is anticipated that the role of Ordinary Member Casual Vacancy will require a time commitment of an average of 2-3 days per month in addition to attendance at a minimum of four meetings of Council, including on the following dates:

• 23 July 2025
• 3 September 2025

Although most of the meetings are held virtually, though there are some in-person meetings, including 3 September 2025.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are seen as real value for our Institution. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and those from different socio-economic backgrounds.

Adjustments: We want to ensure you perform at your best and experience no barriers in the selection process, for example when completing the application form. To discuss any adjustment requirements please contact diversity@imeche.org.

Applications for the Council Ordinary Member Casual Vacancy are now open

How to apply:

• Please read the Council Member Role Profile. You will also find important information about the work of the Council and its members here 
• Complete the online Nomination Form (link below):

Member Nomination Form  

• When completing the form, please note the maximum number of words for each question.  
• Should you require assistance with your application, please refer to our Governance Volunteer Opportunities – Guide to enhance your application.
• Please submit your application to Governance by no later than 17:00 UTC on Friday 27 June 2025.

Please also refer to the following associated documents:

1. Council Constitution and Terms of Reference
2. IMechE Code of Conduct

If you have any questions about the application process or would like to discuss the online application form, please contact Governance@imeche.org